Bob Dieterlen and I had the good fortune to attend IBMA’s Fan Fest this Saturday in Nashville.
The highlight of the day for both of us was the Krüger Brothers after-hours showcase sponsored by Deering Banjos. The Krüger Brothers are Jens (banjo) and Uwe (guitar) Krüger who grew up in Switzerland before moving to the [...]

The Bluegrass Hotel project Launch Press Conference & Announcement
When: Sept. 30, 2008 at 6pm
Where: IBMA World of Bluegrass, Nashville Convention Center Room 204, Nashville, TN
Who: Appearance & performances by alumni of The Bluegrass Alliance and NewGrass
Revival
Immediately followed by a Pre-screening of Dan’s Crary film “Primal Twang, the Legacy of the Guitar“. There will be [...]

Steep Canyon Rangers WOB Schedule
Tues. Sept. 30
1 am - Keith Case & Assoc. Showcase - Renaissance Hotel, 2nd Floor, Fisk 1 & 2
Wed. Oct. 1
10 PM - Ernest Tubb Record Shop
1 AM - Rebel Records Showcase - Nashville Convention Center, Level 2, Room 202
1:30 AM - Colorado Case Co. - Nashville Convention Center, Level [...]

Dailey & Vincent, pictured at the 2008 June Bean Blossom Festival, will be making several appearances during IBMA’s World of Bluegrass. Photo by Dan Tackett.
Update: Dailey & Vincent’s appearance on WSIX’s “Country Spirit” radio show has been postponed. We’ll let you know if and when it will be re-scheduled. — BluegrassJournal.com
Nashville, Tenn. — Dailey & [...]

Valerie Smith and Liberty Pike - “Dare to Be Different” Showcase, Sunday, Sept. 28th
Nashville, Tenn. — Valerie Smith and Liberty Pike are set to host the 2nd Annual “Dare to Be Different” Showcase, Sunday, Sept. 28th from 1 p.m. - 10 p.m. at the brand new Bell Buckle Banquet Hall and Theater in [...]